What is a Ryokan? Ryokans are the best way to experience Japanese culture and enjoy the true comforts of Japanese hospitality and service.
Hot springs have a very long history in Japan, and they are an intimate part of Japanese culture. There are over 3,000 "onsen" ,or hot springs, in Japan. Many can be found at the ryokans available on Japanese Guest Houses.
Yoshino-yama, Yoshino-cho
Yoshino -gun
奈良県吉野郡吉野町大字吉野山
Welcome to Chikurin-in Gumpo-en. This Traditional Ryokan was originally a Buddhist Temple called Tsubakiyama Temple. The temple was built by Shotoku Taishi (a very famous Crown Prince of Japan who reigned from 592 - 628 AD) and the temple used to accommodate Buddhist Monks who practiced asceticism in the mountains of Yoshino. Today, Chikurin-in Gumpo-en is a traditional ryokan and it has hosted famous Japanese artists and writers and even the former Emperor of Japan, Hirohito. The ryokan has 55 Japanese-style guest rooms, and most of the guest rooms have their own private bath and toilet (some of the guest rooms do not have private baths or toilets). Chikurin-in Gumpo-en is also surrounded by a very large and gorgeous Japanese garden (33,000 square meters). Traditional Japanese cuisine is served including fresh local vegetables and fish from the nearby Yoshino River. Check-in time is after 3:00pm and check-out time is before 10:00am. Parking is available.
Attention: Chikurin-in Gumpo-en is not in Nara. It is a 2 hour train ride from Nara to Yoshino where Chikurin-in Gumpo-en is located.
Attention: Chikurin-in Gumpo-en is not in Nara. It is a 2 hour train ride from Nara to Yoshino where Chikurin-in Gumpo-en is located.
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